The landscape of cycling is evolving rapidly. With technological innovation comes the necessity for clear, functional boundaries. The California Mountain Biking Coalition (CAMTB) alongside Calbike, People For Bikes, and the California Outdoor Recreation Partnership (CORP), has officially positioned itself in support of Senate Bill 1167 (Blakespear). This legislation addresses a critical, growing threat to non-motorized access to public lands: the […]
For cyclists, inventoried roadless areas (IRAs) are the crown jewels of our public lands. They offer a unique “wilderness-like” experience without the restrictions on bicycles found in designated Wilderness areas. This means we can access some of the most remote and scenic singletrack trails out there. In California, these areas cover about 4.4 million acres across 21 national forests, including the Angeles, Tahoe, and […]
Despite boasting a staggering $87.9 billion outdoor recreation economy—the largest of any state in the US—California currently ranks near the bottom when it comes to equitable outdoor access. Join the California Mountain Biking Coalition (CAMTB) in supporting the Outdoor Access and Recreation Economy (OARE) Act to change the landscape of California’s outdoors. The Outdoor Access Gap in California While our […]
Mt. Diablo Trails Alliance’s Trails 2035 is a community-focused Strategic Plan for Mt. Diablo State Park. It is designed to achieve Better Trails and Expanded Access for all trail user groups at Mount Diablo State Park. This 10-year plan includes four goals, ranked by estimated funding requirements: Trails 2035 requires a vital fundraising drive powered by charitable donations from people […]
Tell the California Natural Resource Agency what your trails and public lands need. California’s statewide trails network is at a turning point. Whether you’re a cyclist, a professional trail builder, or a local advocate, the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) needs to hear from you in their California Trails Survey. We are calling on the mountain biking and trail stewardship […]
Lowlights from the USFS December 2025 Trail Program Status Report Tracking the health and functionality of our state and federal agencies is just as important as monitoring the physical conditions of the singletrack we ride. The December 2025 Trail Program Status Report, an internal document issued by the US Forest Service, paints a sobering picture of the ground we are […]
What’s On Tap for 2026! Your past support has fueled our fight for more and better trails and public lands access. Here’s a look at the critical work ahead in 2026, which your continued support will directly support: Cutting Red/Green Tape to Build More Trails Next year will be our 5th legislative season. We will be authoring and advancing legislation […]
A special holiday message from Steve Messer, CAMTB Board President To all my fellow cycling, trails, and public lands champions! Be the force. Be the light. Thanks to your support for our mission, the California Mountain Biking Coalition has grown from 5 to 43 member organizations (see map below). In just five short years, you’ve helped us create a powerful, […]
Updated Nov 6, 2025 DEADLINE TO COMMENT EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 30. Speak up to ensure that Alameda-Tesla Park is available for the broadest base of visitors and residents of the Central Valley. California State Parks (CSP) is currently accepting public comments on the Alameda-Tesla Park draft vision statement, unit classification, and general plan, as well as the two park concepts […]
Here in California, our shared passion for mountain biking is deeply tied to the health and accessibility of our incredible public lands. As you have likely heard, the U.S. federal government shut down at midnight on October 1. While far from ideal, the government shutdown calls for solidarity and a renewed commitment to responsible stewardship. Now is the moment to […]